A Rare Opportunity! 14 Acres of Privacy, Beauty & Possibility!! Discover approximately 14 acres of beautiful Maryland countryside, tucked away along a peaceful, tree-lined country lane. Rolling, sun-dappled hills, mature trees, and a wonderful sense of privacy create a setting that is increasingly difficult to find. Imagine designing the home you've always wanted in a setting where space and privacy come naturally. The property offers an exceptional opportunity for a private estate, spacious homestead, or family compound, with plenty of room to create a lifestyle tailored to your vision. The property has successfully passed a perc test, an important step for building on land without public sewer. The Seller is also in the process of having a well installed, providing another important piece of the infrastructure needed for a future homesite. No HOA provides additional flexibility for how you envision using the property. Depending on applicable Howard County zoning and permitting requirements, the acreage may offer possibilities for a cabin, tiny home, accessory dwelling, recreational uses, or other unique residential opportunities. Beyond the potential homesite, the acreage provides abundant room for private outdoor recreation and hobbies. Imagine horseback riding, creating personal hiking trails, wildlife watching, enjoying the natural surroundings, or simply having space for recreational equipment and outdoor activities—all while enjoying the privacy of your own property. Zoned for one of Howard County's highest regarded school clusters (10/10) this location offers a rare balance of peaceful rural living and convenient access to everyday amenities, dining, established communities, and major commuter routes. Large parcels of this size, with a combination of acreage, privacy and fantastic schools are increasingly difficult to find. If you've been searching for Howard County land, private estate acreage, a spacious homesite, recreational property, or land with potential for a cabin or tiny home, this opportunity deserves a closer look. Approximately 14 acres. No HOA. Perc approved. Well installation is underway. Privacy, recreation, and possibilities—all in one exceptional property. Come walk the land and imagine what you could create here. !!
Build your dream home on this gorgeous 14.06 Acre lot located in Western Howard County! Potential for subdividing. No existing well and septic. It's the perfect lot for any Buyer looking for a private setting and gorgeous Lot. Easy access to major commuter routes. Deed only no plat.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,172 (−39.9%)
$307,500
2025
$6,944
$307,500
2024
$6,944
$511,800
2023
$6,945
$511,800
2022
$6,945 (+5.8%)
$511,800
2021
$6,562 (+7.0%)
$511,800
2020
$6,131 (+7.1%)
2019
$5,724 (+4.2%)
2018
$5,492 (+0.4%)
$421,800
2017
$5,470 (−25.3%)
$421,800
2015
$7,322
$562,400
2014
$7,322
$562,400
2013
$7,322 (+4.9%)
2012
$6,982 (−20.0%)
2011
$8,728 (+7.1%)
2010
$8,146 (+18.7%)
2009
$6,860
Public record
Public record
Zoning
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14.06 Acres
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Vacant Land
County
Howard County
APN
04 315685
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Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.
RC-DEO
Rural Conservation-Density Exchange Option Overlay District
The Rural Conservation District is established to conserve farmland and to encourage agricultural activities, thereby helping to ensure that commercial agriculture will continue as a long term land use and a viable economic activity within the County. The RC District is also established to preserve natural features and the rural landscape, while allowing low density, clustered residential development. Residential development is to be permitted only when it is located and designed to minimize its impact on agricultural land, farming operations, and sensitive environmental features; to create attractive rural developments; and to respect existing features of the rural landscape. The preferred land use in the RC District is agriculture. The District is intended to permit a range of uses related to agriculture, to encourage the preservation of large blocks of farmland, and to permanently protect from development the tracts of land which remain after permitted residential development has occurred. Residential lots in the district are likely to be adjacent or close to agricultural land. Residents of property within the RC District should be prepared to accept the impacts associated with normal farming practices; The DEO Overlay District is established to provide land owners in the RC and RR Districts with opportunity and incentive to preserve significant blocks of farmland in the rural area of the county. This district is also intended to encourage the clustering of residential development in areas where the development will not have an adverse impact on farm operations. To accomplish this, the DEO District allows residential density in the RC and RR Districts to be exchanged between parcels. Density exchanges in the District should result in large parcels being preserved in perpetuity, while residential development is directed toward parcels which are able to absorb the additional dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Recreation
Communications tower
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
10% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mount Airy, MD • 21771
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Mount Airy. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 546 W Watersville Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $477,500 and $885,000.
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